Department of Defense Education Activity
Member of the WIDA Consortium since 2018.
Schools operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity use Kindergarten W-APT and WIDA Screener Paper (for Grades 1-12) to identify English language learners (ELLs). ACCESS for ELLs is given to all ELs during the annual testing window, which typically takes place from mid-January through early March. Please visit the DoDEA Comprehensive Assessment System (DoDEA-CAS) website for more information.
Testing Dates
| 10/16/19 | Test materials ordering via Pre-ID file (SEA) |
|---|---|
| 11/26/19-3/6/20 | WIDA AMS test setup available for editing student demographic information |
| 12/12/19-1/21/20 | Districts receive test materials |
| 1/21/20-3/6/20 | Test Window |
| 1/2/20-2/21/20 | Additional test materials ordering window in AMS |
| 3/27/20 | Deadline for DRC to receive test materials to be included in regular reporting |
| 4/15/20 | Pre-reporting data validation – Data file to SEA |
| 5/27/20 | Districts receive reports – Online |
| 6/3/20-7/10/20 | Districts receive reports – Printed |
| 6/3/20 | Post-reporting data validation - Data file to SEA |
Requirements and Resources
See below for state-specific information and resources related to ELL assessment, including your state’s ACCESS for ELLs Checklist, where you can find each step in the ACCESS testing process from beginning to end.
Professional Learning
To access online professional learning for DoDEA educators, see the State/District Webinars section of the Download Library in the WIDA Secure Portal (login required).